Technical Accountant

Royal Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking a Technical Accountant to shape processes and support the next generation of accountants. In this role, you will review accounts for compliance, train junior staff, and optimise departmental processes. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, be ACA/ACCA qualified, and have experience with software like Xero and QuickBooks. Offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Wellness initiatives

Flexitime

Casual dress environment

Regular social and team events

Long-term career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA / ACCA or QBE with relevant experience.
• Proven experience with consolidated and audited accounts.
• Experience supporting and training junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Review draft accounts files for compliance.
• Train junior members and share technical updates.
• Oversee accounts department to optimise processes.
• Review tax computations for various entities.
• Provide feedback for colleagues' development.

Skills

ACA / ACCA qualified

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

IRIS

Job description

Looking for a role that gives you more than just numbers? As a Technical Accountant, you'll have the chance to shape processes, support the next generation of accountants and step into a role where your expertise truly makes an impact.

This isn't just about compliance - it's about being at the heart of an accountancy practice that values people as much as profit. If you're tired of long hours with little reward, here you'll find balance, flexibility and a genuine focus on career progression. You'll work closely with a supportive team, with the space to grow your technical skills while helping others do the same.

In support of and reporting directly to a Partner, this is an excellent opening for a technically robust accountant in what is seen as a vital position within the team.

Role Overview

• Review draft accounts files to ensure compliance with FRS 102, FRS 105 and GAAP
• Support and train junior team members, sharing technical updates and best practice
• Oversee the accounts department to optimise processes and efficiency
• Review sole trader, partnership and corporate tax computations
• Provide feedback to colleagues to support their professional development

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified or QBE with proven practice experience
• Strong technical knowledge and experience reviewing consolidated accounts and audited accounts
• Experience using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or IRIS
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• A supportive team player who enjoys developing others

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Hybrid working from home, typically 2/3 pattern, with multi-office location options in Warwickshire
• Private medical insurance plus wellness initiatives (including a free Fitbit!)
• Flexitime and casual dress environment with early Friday finish
• Regular social and team events
• Long-term career progression opportunities